Iraqi Kurdistan

Armenian Border Doubts

Armenian border villagers distrust moves to open up to Turkey.

Iraq Buys Time for US Troop Pact

A deferred referendum and a timely payment may deflect unease over security deal.

Plastic Surgeons Mask Anbar's Scars

People physically scarred by the conflict say they have been shunned because of their appearance.

Gun-Loving Kurds Mull Controls

Iraqi Kurds’ conflicted relationship with firearms laid bare in recent election.

Small Bribes Keep Iraqi Press Sweet

So-called rewards can vary from cash and prepaid phone cards to lavish meals in restaurants.

Iranian Pilgrims Flock to Karbala

But some local officials say Tehran should do more to help accommodate them.

Cholera Epidemic Fears Rise

Officials accused of suppressing news as disease spreads in drought-hit northeast.

Post-Election Unrest Concerns

With vote only days away, many government officials worried about disputes over outcome turning violent.

Fear of Violence in Kirkuk

People of northern city concerned about feuding parties and increased attacks following US pullback.

Why Kurdish Media Must Reform